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Flood Approaching: Four Districts at Risk of Submersion

20-05-2025 14:32:28

A potential flood is looming over four districts—Sherpur and Netrokona in Mymensingh Division, and Sunamganj and Sylhet in Sylhet Division—within the next 24 hours.

Afghanistan's Taliban Sends Delegation to COP Climate Summit

10-11-2024 17:35:15

Afghanistan's Foreign Ministry says it is sending a delegation to the COP29 summit, on an invite from hosts Azerbaijan. The Taliban had tried and failed to attend several past COPs, as it seeks international recognition.

13 killed in India floods, stranded pilgrims airlifted

02-08-2024 13:22:15

Monsoon downpours caused flash floods that killed 13 people in India's Himalayan foothills, officials said Friday, with helicopters rescuing hundreds stranded near a renowned Hindu shrine.

India: Sikkim flood death toll climbs, Modi announces relief

07-10-2023 11:09:17

At least 31 people have died and dozens more remain missing Friday after flash floods washed away houses and bridges in India's northeast Sikkim state.

Indian soldiers missing in flash flood

04-10-2023 13:35:16

A powerful flash flood in India has led to the disappearance of 23 soldiers, following a cloudburst in the northeastern state of Sikkim, the Indian army said on Wednesday.

Hurricane Hilary downgraded amid 'catastrophic' flood alert

21-08-2023 10:21:16

The storm has already claimed one life in Mexico, where authorities are evacuating people in anticipation of wild weather. Authorities in California are also encouraging people to prepare for the rare storm.

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